Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall worth booking?
Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall is a 9-hour experience in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica, from $190 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $190 per person
Embark on the Ultimate Adventure with the Hacienda Guachipelin Day Pass! Experience four thrilling activities in one action-packed day: canopy tour, rappelling through Rio Blanco Canyon, tubing on Rio Negro River with class III rapids, and a horseback riding adventure. Relax with volcano-heated thermal waters, steam, and mud baths. Our guide ensures safety and fun, with unbeatable views of rivers, canyons, and wildlife. The package also includes a delicious lunch at Hacienda Guachipelin Restaurant.
What you get
About this experience
Embark on the Ultimate Adventure with the Hacienda Guachipelin Day Pass! Experience four thrilling activities in one action-packed day: canopy tour, rappelling through Rio Blanco Canyon, tubing on Rio Negro River with class III rapids, and a horseback riding adventure. Relax with volcano-heated thermal waters, steam, and mud baths. Our guide ensures safety and fun, with unbeatable views of rivers, canyons, and wildlife. The package also includes a delicious lunch at Hacienda Guachipelin Restaurant.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Purified water provided at operators facility at no cost.
- All safety equipment provided by the insured operator.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
There are five main activities during this day of adventure: - Canopy (zip line) tour and rappelling through the Rio Blanco Canyon - Tubing adventure on the Rio Negro River with class III rapids, - Horseback riding Costa Rica adventure - Relaxing with volcano-heated thermal waters, steam, and mud bath. - Visit Oropendola Waterfall and swim in its fresh waters. The package also includes a delicious lunch at Hacienda Guachipelin Restaurant. The operator decides on the sequence of activities when the group arrives at the Tour Center. All activities depend on the operators safety assessment and can be cancelled on very short notice due to bad weather in this area. Please note for the tubing tour, the required minimum age is 8 years old and must be at least 140 cm to be able to take the tour. For Zip line the maximum weight is 300 pounds.
300 minutes here · Admission included
Oropendola Warterfall
The picturesque Oropéndola Waterfall will most likely make your jaw drop. Set in a gorge along the Río Blanco River, the waterfall bisects a craggy rock wall and tumbles for 82 feet before crashing into a most inviting turquoise pool. Swims here are refreshing and heavenly; sunrays drench the water with warmth and light, there are shallow areas that are perfect for wading, and the entire place feels secluded. Part of the fun of visiting this waterfall is descending into the gorge on the footbridge that crosses the river. 1 MIle hike to Oropendola Waterfall and swim in its refreshing waters.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Rio Negro Hot Springs
The mineral-rich thermal waters of hot springs have rejuvenating and therapeutic properties that have been appreciated for centuries by people around the world. Beautiful and relaxing, the volcanic hot springs bubble up on the Rio Negro, naturally heated by the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. Surrounded by a dense dry tropical forest, the Termales de Rio Negro is a beautiful and peaceful place. The crystal clear waters of the river flow near the 10 pools built on the riverbank and fill them with thermal waters rich with minerals, naturally heated in the depths of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. You can access pools on both banks of the river thanks to two suspension bridges. You can use the hot volcanic mud as a spa-like treatment on your entire body. When the mud dries, you can wash it in the cold waters of the river before entering the thermal water pools again. We have dressing rooms, bathrooms, and lockers at the entrance of the hot springs.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Playa Hermosa
Do something extraordinary and thrilling on your vacation in Costa Rica! Whether you are an adventure junkie, outdoor enthusiast, or nature lover, you have to visit Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin by Rincon de la Vieja National Park in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 120 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Do something extraordinary and thrilling on your vacation in Costa Rica! Whether you are an adventure junkie, outdoor enthusiast, or nature lover, you have to visit Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin by Rincon de la Vieja National Park in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
Options you can book
Pickup Tamarindo Area
Conchal, Westin, Wyndham Tamarindo, Best Western Tamarindo, Tamarindo Diria, Los Altos De Eros, etc. Duration: 11 hours Hacienda Guachipelin Restauran Bus/Van dep. on Group Size Pickup included
Pickup Playas de Coco Area
Duration: 11 hours Hacienda Guachipelin Restauran Van/Bus dep. on Group Size Pickup Playas de Coco Area : Riu, Secrets Papagayo, Costa Smeralda, Occidental Papagayo, Allegro Papagayo, Four Seasons Peninsula Papagayo, Planet, etc. Pickup included
Self Driving Rate
Duration: 8 hours Rest. Hacienda Guachipelin: You will also enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at the La Hacienda Restaurant.
Pickup Playa Flamingo Area
Margaritaville Beach Resort, Flamingo Marina Resort, Flamingo Beach Resort & Spa, Hotel Brasilito, Casa Cielo Azul, etc. Duration: 11 hours Hacienda Guachipelin Rest.: Typical Lunch Buffet, Coffee, Tea, Water, Fruit Juices included; Soda Pops and alcoholic beverages extra. Bus/Mini Van: Bus/Mini Van depending on group size. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Real Tours Costa Rica
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Travel time is already included in the total duration
- What to Bring: Camera, Swimsuit, Long pants, Change of clothes, Closed-toe shoes that can get wet or river sandals
- Minimum age for tubing is 8 years old and 140 cm tall.
- Maximum weight for Zip-line is 300 pounds.
- Pickups - All locations: Transfer time to activity location is 2 hours one way. The evening prior you’ll get the drivers name and the unit plate number. The driver will send you a message on WhatsApp when at the pickup location and share his location with you again. The van will have a sign with the company name on it. The driver will scan your reservation from your electronic device and confirm pickup. Exception: Pickup Liberia transfer time 1 hour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Physical effort
1 mentionExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Must Do in Costa Rica!
Our excursion began with being picked up at our hotel by our guide/driver Juan Ponce. Juan was on time, super accommodating, and for an excursion that included a wide variety of activities, he was knowledgeable about all of them. Juan was also flexible and always put our desires first. He is a gem! Lucky us! We don’t believe a better guide/driver exists. The activities at Hacienda Guachipelin were so well orchestrated and run to perfection. We tubed down class II rapids, rode horses, zip lined, rappelled, did a waterfall hike, a river swim, enjoyed natural hot springs, and took mud baths. And, let’s not forget a delicious all you can eat lunch in a very nice setting. Wow! What a great day from start to finish.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this incredible review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that your day at Hacienda Guachipelín was such a highlight of your trip. Juan Ponce will be thrilled to read your kind words. He truly takes pride in creating personalized, flexible experiences for our guests, so it means a lot to know he made such a strong impression. We agree, he’s a gem! It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the full range of activities. The Mega Combo is definitely designed to be an action-packed day, and we’re glad everything from tubing and ziplining to the hot springs and mud baths met your expectations. And of course, we’re happy you loved the lunch too! Thank you again for your enthusiastic recommendation. We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure in Costa Rica! Warm regards, The Real Tours Costa Rica Team
via Tripadvisor
Must Do!
It is a fantastic day of great activities. The tubing was exciting and challenging at level II rapids. Don’t think I’d attempt stronger rapids. The zip lining was one of the best I’ve ever done. Beautiful scenery, rappelling, a Tarzan swing, great and efficient operators, short hikes between stations, really great! The waterfall was awesome with very cold water in the swimable pool below. The horseback riding was enjoyable and relaxing, the hot springs were a super way to end the day, coupled with the mud baths. I would definitely do this again. What a great day in Costa Rica! Forgot to mention the lunch - YUM!
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re so happy to hear that you had such a fun and memorable day at Hacienda Guachipelín. It’s great to know you enjoyed the variety of activities; especially the tubing and ziplining! The combination of adventure, beautiful scenery, and well-organized operations really makes this tour special, and your feedback confirms that. We love that you appreciated every part of the experience, from the waterfall swim to the relaxing hot springs and mud baths at the end of the day. And yes… the lunch is definitely a guest favorite, glad you enjoyed it! Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Costa Rica! Warm regards, The Real Tours Costa Rica Team
via Viator
Amazing Experience 10/10
This was the best experience ever. We were able to get the true Costa Rica experience. The zip lining, horse riding, mud bath & hot springs so amazing. My favorite part was the tubbing. The food served was also so goooooooddd. I would rate this excursion a 10/10.
Response from the operator: Wohooo. Thx. So happy we could make that happen for you. Enjoy your lovely day.
via Tripadvisor
Awesome excursion
Amazing experience highly recommend. Ulf was quick to respond and very helpful in answering questions. Juan did the excursion with us and was AWESOME we had so much fun!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review. It was a pleasure you have you and your group. I will make sure to let my team know you liked their hard work. I hope I can be of service again in the future. Questions always welcome. Enjoy your lovely day. Love. Ulf
via Tripadvisor
Mega combo tour at Hacienda Guachipelin
This was a great tour. Juan Ponce was super. He took good care of us. We ziplined, rode horses, tubed, ate lunch, tried the hot springs, and the mud.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review. It was a pleasure you have you and your group. I will make sure to let my team know you liked their hard work. I hope I can be of service again in the future. Questions always welcome. Enjoy your lovely day. Love. Ulf
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $190 to $460
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Real Tours Costa Rica, who run 7 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.2.
See everything Real Tours Costa Rica runsWhy this scores 64
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Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Playa Hermosa.
How much does Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall cost?
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Prices start at $190 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Playa Hermosa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Playa Hermosa is not rushed.
Is Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Playa Hermosa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Playa Hermosa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Playa Hermosa and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Playa Hermosa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Playa Hermosa?
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On Outty we rank every Playa Hermosa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include La Leona waterfall adventure hike half day, White Water River Rafting Class III-IV from La Fortuna-Arenal, Guachipelin Zipline, River Tubing, Horseback Ride, Hot springs & Lunch Combo. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Playa Hermosa?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Playa Hermosa?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall?
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Included: Private transportation; Purified water provided at operators facility at no cost; All safety equipment provided by the insured operator; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Lunch. Not included: Gratuities; and Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 168 listed pickup locations in and around Playa Hermosa. Be ready about 120 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Playa Hermosa. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall?
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Across 5 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
What booking options are available for Mega Combo at Hacienda Guachipelin with Waterfall?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including Pickup Tamarindo Area, Pickup Playas de Coco Area, Self Driving Rate, Pickup Playa Flamingo Area. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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